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Topic: Road accidents and first aid · Nº 426 / 626

¿Se debe dar comida o bebida a una persona herida en un accidente?

Should you give food or drink to a person injured in an accident?

  • ASí, es recomendable.Yes, it is advisable.
  • BNo, aunque lo pida.No, even if they ask for it.
  • CSí, para mantener la temperatura corporal.Yes, to keep their body temperature up.
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Correct answer

  • BNo, aunque lo pida.No, even if they ask for it.
Explanation

You must not give an injured person anything to eat or drink, even if they ask for it: they may need surgery or an anaesthetic, and if they lose consciousness they could choke or vomit. The right thing to do is to calm them, keep them warm so they do not lose body heat, and wait for the medical services.

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